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Agronomy

1. C ropping system management and selection of crop & varities,tillage,landscapping noothana sri s 2302001015 AGR 204 Farming system And Sustainable Agriculture(1+1)

2. Cropping system management Definition : Cropping system management refers to the planning, organization, and supervision of cropping systems to achieve optimal crop yields, reduce environmental impact, and promote sustainable agriculture.

3. O bjectives Increase crop yields I mprove crop quality Reduce environmental impact Promote sustainable agriculture

4. Management 1. Crop selection 2 . Crop rotation 3 . Soil management 4 . Irrigation management 5 . Pest and disease management 6 . Nutrient management.

5. Selection of crop Identify the target market. Determine the production goals. Consider the environmental factor. Soil evaluation. Climate evaluation. Water availability. Equipment and infrastructure.

6. Selection of variety Choose varieties with desirable traits: Select varieties with desirable traits, such as high yield, disease resistance, and improved quality . Consider the maturity period: Choose varieties with maturity periods that fit the available growing season . Select varieties with suitable growth habits: Choose varieties with growth habits that fit the available space and equipment . Evaluate the variety's performance: Evaluate the variety's performance in the local environment through trials or demonstrations.

7. Tillage in cropping system Tillage refers to the mechanical preparation of soil for planting crops . 1. Conventional tillage: Involves intensive tillage, often using moldboard plows, to completely invert the soil . 2 . Conservation tillage: Reduces soil disturbance, using techniques like reduced tillage or no-till, to minimize soil erosion and preserve soil health . 3 . No-till: Eliminates tillage altogether, using specialized planters and drills to plant crops directly into untilled soil.

8. Landscapping in cropping system Landscaping in cropping systems involves designing and managing the spatial arrangement of crops, soil, and other landscape features to optimize crop growth and minimize environmental impact.

9. 1. Crop selection: Choose crops that are well-suited to the local climate, soil, and topography . 2 . Crop layout: Design the crop layout to optimize sunlight, water, and nutrient use . 3 . Soil conservation: Implement conservation measures, such as terracing or contour farming, to reduce soil erosion . 4 . Water management: Design the landscape to optimize water use, using techniques like drip irrigation or mulching